Routine inspection·January 19, 2024

Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Jamie Ivey Canady arrived at Garden of Joy for the purpose of conducting an unannounced required 1 year annual inspection. LPA met with Administrator, Drusilla Uwoghiren. There are currently 5 residents present in the facility. LPA arrived during lunch hour and all residents are seated for lunch. According to review of resident files, no special diets assigned. LPA and Administrator evaluated the physical plant to ensure the health and safety of the residents in care. Areas inspected are including but not limited to the kitchen, resident bedrooms, resident bathrooms, living and dining room and outdoor areas. LPA observed the facility to be free of odor, clean and in good repair. LPA observed that all rooms are equipped with the required furniture and sufficient lighting throughout the facility. LPA measured the water temperature, temperature measured at 116 degrees F which meets the 105-120 degree Fahrenheit regulation. It is currently 71 degrees F in the facility today. LPA observed sufficient seven-day non-perishable and two-day perishable food supplies. Fire extinguishers and smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in compliance with fire safety. First aid kit was checked and is complete. LPA observed centrally stored medications, toxins, and sharp knives kept locked and inaccessible to clients. LPA requested and received 2 staff, 2 resident, MAR file and Centrally Stored Medication and Destruction Record. All files are in accordance with Title 22 regulations. Current Administrator Certificate number 6044309740 expires 5/07/2025 Per California Code of Regulations, Title 22 there were no deficiencies cited during today's inspection. An exit interview was conducted, and a copy of this report was left at the facility.